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Accounting Manager

We are urgently seeking an experienced ACCA-qualified Accounting Manager to join our growing boutique accountancy practice. This is a key hire for the firm and an excellent opportunity for a professional with 5–6 years of solid UK finance and tax experience who is ready to take ownership of client relationships and lead a high-performing team.

If you have hands-on UK accounts and tax experience, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are ready to make an immediate impact, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities Client Leadership

Take full ownership as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of SME clients.
Deliver timely, high-quality accounting and tax services while building long-term client relationships.
Provide commercial and tax advisory support to UK businesses.

Accounts & Tax (UK Focus)

Review and finalise management accounts and statutory accounts (UK GAAP / FRS 102).
Oversee and review corporation tax computations, VAT returns, and compliance filings.
Ensure all submissions are completed accurately and on time to HMRC and Companies House.
Coordinate with external auditors when required.

Advisory & Growth

Support clients with cash flow planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
Advise on tax efficiency, R&D claims, capital allowances, and director remuneration.
Proactively communicate changes in UK tax legislation to clients.

Team & Practice Leadership

Supervise, mentor, and review junior and semi-senior staff.
Support recruitment, training, and performance management.
Contribute to process improvements and digital transformation initiatives.

Essential Requirements (Please Apply Only If You Meet These)

ACCA qualified or finalist (ACCA is mandatory).
5–6 years of UK experience in finance and tax within a UK accountancy practice.
Strong hands-on experience with UK statutory accounts, corporation tax, and VAT.
Proven ability to manage clients independently and lead a team.
Experience with Xero, QuickBooks, IRIS, CCH, or similar UK accounting software.

Why Join Us?

Immediate opportunity to step into a leadership role.
Work closely with partners and decision-makers.
Exposure to high-quality SME clients across multiple sectors.
Supportive, close-knit team with real career progression.
Competitive compensation aligned with experience.

Desirable (Not Essential)

Experience in tech start-ups, creatives, or property.
Familiarity with cloud-based practice management systems.
Exposure to HMRC enquiries or specialist advisory projects (EMI, SEIS/EIS).

Skills

Tax Preparation Skills Financial Statement Analysis+ Financial Accounting

Job Details

Industry:

Accounting / Taxation

Functional Area:

Accounts, Finance & Financial Services

Total Positions:

1 Post

Job Shift:

Second Shift (Afternoon)

Job Type:

Full Time/Permanent

Job Location:

Lahore, Pakistan

Gender:

No Preference

Minimum Education:

Masters

Degree Title:

ACCA finalist or fully qualified.

Career Level:

Experienced Professional

Minimum Experience:

5 Years

Apply Before:

Jan 01, 2026

Posting Date:

Dec 16, 2025

Xpact Financial

Accounting / Taxation · 11-50 employees - Lahore

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